1 bedroom apartment for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Leasehold (109 years remaining)
- Peaceful & Rural Setting
- 24 Acres of Maintained Grounds
- Communal Library, Drawing Room & Dining Room
- No Onward Chain
- Ample Parking
- First Floor
- Garage Lease Available
- Grade II Listed
With peaceful surroundings, exquisite architecture and 24 acres of wonderful grounds, each converted apartment has its own individual charm and appeal.
This apartment overlooks the gardens - the beautiful views are framed by its large sash windows. The focal point of the view is the Talman Gate, named after William Talman (architect of Swallowfield Park in 1689, and a pupil of Sir Christopher Wren)
The large entrance hall offers ample of built-in storage, and the galley kitchen is complete with fitted appliances. The lounge enjoys natural light from its three large windows, and provides ample room for relaxing, dining and studying. The bedroom is fitted with a range of built-in wardrobes, and the bathroom features a luxuriously-large walk-in shower enclosure.
Residents of Swallowfield Park are free to use the wonderful communal reception rooms; so coffee in the Drawing Room, quiet focus in the Library or entertaining friends in the Dining Hall. Residents can also use the laundry room, catering kitchen and post room. These facilities, together with the upkeep of the grounds, buildings insurance and communal cleaning, are included in the service charge.
Outside, the grounds include a pretty walled garden, picturesque lake, lawns and mature woodland. The apartment includes parking, with ample visitors' parking, and the option to rent a garage at an additional monthly charge.
Swallowfield Park's origins date back to the Norman Conquest, with the present manor house dating back to the 17th Century. The building is Grade II Listed, and has a fascinating history of significant owners and residents.
This really is a spectacular place to live, and a viewing (and tour!) are highly recommended. Please get in touch with Nick or Teresa at Quarters Estate Agents, Wokingham.
Council Tax Band: D (£2,013.72 per annum (2022/23) (Wokingham Borough Council)
Tenure: Leasehold (109 years)
Ground Rent:
Service Charge: £8,660.14 per year (reviewed every 1 years)
- Monthly service charge £685.35 (£8,224.19 per annum) which includes the communal facilities outlined above.
- The property is offered for sale with a 125 year lease from 2006 (109 years remaining)
- Peppercorn Ground Rent
- Utility charges are shared by the house. The owner of this apartment is responsible for 2.76% of gas & water bills, and 3% of electricity bills. The actual bills in 2023 were around £125 per month (for all amenities)
- Permanent residents must be over 21 years of age.
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